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Operating instructions
Absorption refrigerator for recreation vehicles
RM 5310
RM 5330
RM 5380
Record for future reference:
MBA 11/2011
N 1
Type C40 / 110
821 2690 - 94
Model number
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Product number
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Serial number
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AUS / NZ
RM 5310
RM 5330
RM 5380
Dometic GmbH
In der Steinwiese 16
D-57074 Siegen
www.dometic.com
© Dometic GmbH - 2011 - Subject to change without prior notice
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Table of contents
1.0
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
1.8
1.9
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Guide to these operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Copyright protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Explanation of symbols used in this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Limitation of liability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Customer services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Environmental notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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2.0
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
2.7
Application according to regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
User's responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Protection of children when disposing of the equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Working upon and checking the refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Information on coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating the refrigerator with gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety instructions when storing foodstuffs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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3.0
3.1
3.2
3.3
4.0
Description of model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Model identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Refrigerator rating plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Refrigerator operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.1
4.2
4.3
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Explanation of operating controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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12
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4.3.1
4.3.2
4.3.3
Electrical operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gas operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting of cooling compartment temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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4.4
4.5
4.6
Door locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Positioning the storage racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storing food and making ice cubes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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4.6.1
4.6.2
4.6.3
4.6.4
Storing products in the cooling compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storing products in the freezer compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Refrigerator compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Making ice cubes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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4.7
4.8
4.9
4.10
4.11
4.12
4.13
4.14
Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shutting off the refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exchange of the igniter's battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exchange of the interior lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the doorhang . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the decor panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Winter operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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General
1.0 General
1.1
1.4
Introduction
You have made an excellent choice in selecting the Dometic Absorption Refrigerator. We
are sure that you will be satisfied with your
new refrigerator in all respects. The refrigerator, which works silently, meets high quality
standards and guarantees the efficient utilisation of resources and energy throughout its
entire life cycle, during manufacture, in use
and when being disposed of.
1.2
Warning notices
Warning notices are identified by symbols. A
supplementary text gives you an explanation
of the degree of danger.
Observe these warning notices rigorously.
You will thus protect yourself and other
people from injury, and the appliance from
damage.
Guide to these operating
instructions
DANGER!
DANGER indicates an imminent hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
Before you start using the refrigerator,
please read the operating instructions
carefully.
These instructions provide you with the necessary guidance for the proper use of your refrigerator. Observe in particular the safety
instructions. Observation of the instructions
and handling recommendations is important
for dealing with the refrigerator safely and for
protecting you from injury and the refrigerator
from damage. You must understand what you
have read before you carry out a task.
WARNING!
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury
CAUTION!
Keep these instructions in a safe place
close to the refrigerator so they may be
referred to at any time.
1.3
Explanation of symbols
used in this manual
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
Copyright protection
The information, texts and illustrations in these
instructions are copyright protected and are
subject to industrial property rights.
No part of these instructions may be reproduced, copied or utilised in any other way without written authorisation by Dometic GmbH,
Siegen.
CAUTION!
CAUTION (used without the safety alert symbol) indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in damage to
the appliance.
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General
Information
1.6
Limitation of liability
All information and guidance in these operating instructions were prepared after taking
into consideration the applicable standards
and regulations as well as the current state of
the art. Dometic reserves the right to make
changes at any time which are deemed to be
in the interest of improving the product and
safety.
Dometic will assume no liability for damage in
the case of :
INFORMATION gives you supplementary and
useful guidance when dealing with your refrigerator.
Environmental Tips
non-observation of the operating instructions
ENVIRONMENTAL TIPS gives you useful guidance for saving energy and disposal of the
appliance.
application not in accordance with the
regulations or provisions
use of non-original spare parts
modifications and interferences to the
appliance
effect of environmental influences, such as
- temperature fluctuations
- humidity
1.5
1.7
Warranty
Customer services
Dometic offers a customer service network. .
You can obtain the address information of the
nearest customer service from www.dometic.com. When contacting Dometic Customer
Services, please state the model, product
number and serial number together with the
MLC code, if applicable. You will find this
information on the rating plate inside the refrigerator. We recommend that you note this
data in the field provided on the front page of
this operation manual.
Warranty arrangements are in accordance
with the normal conditions applicable for the
country concerned. For warranty or other
maintenance, please contact our customer
services department. Any damage due to
improper use is not covered by the warranty.
The warranty does not cover any modifications to the appliance or the use of non-original Dometic parts. The warranty does not
apply if the installation and operating instructions are not adhered to and no liability shall be
entertained.
1.8
Spare parts
Parts can be ordered throughout Australia and
New Zealand from our service dealer network.
Always give the model and product number
when you contact the customer service! You
will find this information on the rating plate
inside the refrigerator.
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General
1.9
Environmental notices
Refrigerators manufactured by Dometic
GmbH are free of CFC/HCFC and HFC.
Ammonia (a natural compound of hydrogen
and nitrogen) is used in the cooling unit as a
coolant. Non-ozone-hazardous cyclopentane
is used as a propellant for manufacturing PU
foam insulation.
Disposal
In order to ensure that the recyclable packaging materials are re-used, they should be
sent to the customary local collection system.
The appliance should be transferred to a suitable waste disposal company that will ensure
re-use of the recyclable components and proper disposal of the rest. For eco-friendly draining of the coolant from all absorber refrigeration units, a suitable disposal plant should be
used.
Energy-saving tips
At an average ambient temperature of
25°C, it is sufficient to operate the refrigerator at middle thermostat setting.
Where possible, always store precooled
products.
Do not expose the refrigerator to direct
sunlight.
Ensure that air circulation of the cooling unit
is not obstructed.
Defrosting at regular intervals saves energy
(see section 4.8 "Defrosting").
Open the refrigerator door only for a short
period of time when removing products.
Run the refrigerator for about 12 hours
before filling it.
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Safety instructions
2.0 Safety instructions
2.1
Application according to
regulations
2.3
This refrigerator is designed for installation in
recreation vehicles such as caravans or
motorhomes.
Protection of children when
disposing of the equipment
WARNING!
When disposing of the refrigerator, detach
all refrigerator doors and leave the storage racks in the refrigerator. In this way
inadvertent entrappment and suffocation
is prevented.
The refrigerator is to be used solely for storing
foodstuffs.
WARNING!
2.4
The refrigerator is not suitable for the proper storage of medication. Please observe in addition the instructions in the medication package inserts.
2.2
Working upon and checking
the refrigerator
WARNING!
Work on gas equipment, exhaust system
and electrical facilities must be carried
out by authorised personnel only.
Substantial damage to property and/or
injury to persons can arise through
unprofessional procedures.
User's responsibility
Anyone operating the refrigerator must be
familiar with the safe handling and understand
the advice in these operating instructions.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they are
supervised or have been given instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance
shall not be made by children.
DANGER!
Never use an unshielded flame to check
gas bearing parts and pipes for leakage!
There is a danger of fire or explosion.
WARNING!
Never open the absorber cooling unit! It is
under high pressure.
There is a danger of injury!
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Safety instructions
2.5
2.6
Information on coolant
Ammonia is used as a coolant.
This is a natural compound also used in household cleaning agents (1 litre of Salmiak
cleaner contains up to 200g of ammonia about twice as much as is used in the refrigerator). Sodium chromate is used for corrosion
protection (1.8% by weight of the solvent).
Operating the refrigerator
with gas
It is imperative that the operating pressure
corresponds to the data specified on the
rating plate of the appliance. Compare the
operating pressure of the rating plate with the
data specified on the pressure reducing valve
of the liquid gas cylinder.
In the event of leakage (easily identifiable from
the strong odour), proceed as follows:
- Switch off the appliance.
- Air the room thoroughly.
- Inform authorised customer services.
WARNING!
Operating the appliance with gas is
not permitted
at petrol stations
on ferry boats
while transporting the caravan/motorhome by a transporter or breakdown
vehicle.
For your safety it was ascertained in an
expert's report that no impairment of health
exists when the coolant is discharged.
There is the danger of fire!
Leave the equipment switched off.
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Safety instructions
2.7
Regularly clean the inside of the refrigerator.
Safety instructions when
storing foodstuffs
Please observe the instructions and information regarding the use-by date on the outside
packaging of the food.
Instructions for storing food in a refrigerator:
No refrigerator of any kind can improve the
quality of the food; refrigerators can only
maintain the food's quality for a short duration as from the time of storing it.
Please observe the following particular
conditions for storing food in a refrigerator
that is built into a vehicle:
Please observe section "4.1 Cleaning" of this
instruction.
A change in the climatic conditions such as
temperature fluctuations
High temperatures inside the vehicle when
it is closed and parked in direct sunlight
(temperatures are possible up to 50°C)
Use of the refrigerator during travel with the
power supply of 12V DC
A refrigerator built in behind a window and
exposed to direct sunlight
Storing the products too soon, i.e. shortly
after starting up the appliance for use
Under these particular conditions the refrigerator cannot guarantee reaching the temperature needed for perishables.
Perishables include all products with a stipulated use-by date and a minimum storage temperature of +4°C or less, especially for meat,
poultry, fish, sausages, pre-packed foods.
Pack raw and cooked foods separately
(e.g. in containers, aluminium foil, etc.).
Only remove the outside packaging of
single packs if all the necessary information, e.g. the use-by date, can also be read
on the single packs.
Do not leave cooled goods outside the
refrigerator for too long.
Place the foods with the next use-by date
at the front, accordingly.
Pack away any left-over food and eat at the
first opportunity.
Wash your hands before and after handling
any food.
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Description of model
3.0 Description of model
3.1
3.2
Model identification
Refrigerator rating plate
The rating plate is to be found on the inside of
the refrigerator. It contains all important details
of the refrigerator. You can read off from this
the model identification, the product number
and the serial number. You will need these
details whenever you contact the customer
service centre or when ordering spare parts.
Example :
RM 5 3 1 0
1
2
3
with batterry igniter *
Model variant
4
Model range
5
Refrigerator Mobile /
Mobile Absorption Refrigerator
* = manual ignition with battery igniter
Fig. 1
Example
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1
Model number
2
Product number
3
Serial number
4
Electrical rating details
5
Gas pressure
Description of model
3.3
Technical data
RM 5310
RM 5380
RM 5330
H
W
D
Fig. 2
Model
Fig. 3
Dimensions
Gross capacity
H x W x D (mm)
freezer
Depth incl. door
compartment
Rating details
mains/battery
Consumption *
electricity/gas
over 24hrs
Fig. 4
Net
weight
Ignition
manual automat.
RM 5310
618x486x474
60 lit.
5 lit.
125 W / 120 W
ca.2,5 KWh / 270 g
20 kg
•
RM 5330
821x486x474
70 lit.
5 lit.
125 W / 120 W
ca.2,5 KWh / 270 g
22 kg
•
RM 5380
821x486x474
80 lit.
5 lit.
125 W / 120 W
ca.2,5 KWh / 270 g
24 kg
•
Subject to technical changes.
*Average consumption measured at an average ambient
temperature of 25°C in pursuance of ISO Standard.
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Refrigerator operation
4.0 Refrigerator operation
4.3
The refrigerator is equipped to operate on
three power modes:
Explanation of operating
controls
Manual energy selection / manual ignition
with battery igniter
Mains voltage (230V AC)
Direct-current voltage (12V DC)
Gas (liquid gas propane/butane)
Each refrigerator with manual ignition is equipped with an automatic flame safety valve
which interrupts the gas supply automatically
after approx. 30 seconds when the flame has
extinguished.
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Fig. 5
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4.1
4
Cleaning
Before starting up the refrigerator, it is recommended that you clean it inside and repeat this
at regular intervals.
Use a soft cloth and lukewarm water with a
mild detergent. Then wipe out the appliance
with clean water and dry thoroughly.
To avoid material alterations, do not use soap
or hard, abrasive or soda-based cleaning
agents. Do not allow the door seal to come
into contact with oil or grease.
4.2
3
Fig. 6
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22
33
44
=
=
=
=
Power On switch / Energy selector switch
Temperature controller
Battery igniter (gas)
Flame indicator (galvanometer)
Explanations:
The refrigerator is equipped to operate on
mains power, 12V DC or liquid gas. Select the
desired power supply by turning the energy
selector switch (1). The energy selector
switch (1) has four settings:
Maintenance
The gas burner must be inspected and
cleaned as necessary at least once a
year. When using liquefied petroleum gas
(tank or refill cylinders) the maintenance
interval is reduced to half-yearly or quarterly.
Keep the evidence of maintenance work
carried out on your refrigerator.
Off
Mains voltage (230V AC)
Direct-current voltage (Batterie, 12V DC)
Gas (liquid gas propane/butane)
OFF
Work on gas and electrical equipment
shall be carried out by qualified personnel only.
230V~
1
It is recommended that this is carried out by
an authorised customer services department.
12V=
Gas
We recommend maintenance following an
extended shutdown of the vehicle. Please
contact our customer services.
Fig.7
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Refrigerator operation
On the initial refrigerator start-up or after a
cylinder change, air may be trapped in the
gas line. To purge the air from the lines,
switch on the refrigerator and any other gas
appliances (e.g. stove) for a short time. The
gas ignites without delay.
4.3.1 Electrical operation
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1
WARNING!
230 V
Fig. 8
As a basic rule, gas operation is prohibited in petrol stations
Fig. 9
12 V
Switch on the appliance by turning the energy
selection switch (1) clockwise to position :
230V operation,
Prior to starting the refrigerator in gas
mode :
12V operation.
Open the gas cylinder valve.
Open the shut-off valve for gas supply to
the refrigerator.
CAUTION !
The refrigerator should only be used in
12VDC-operation while the vehicle’s engine is running, otherwise the on-board-battery would be discharged within a few
hours!
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1
3
4.3.2 Gas operation (liquid gas)
Appliances with battery igniter
Fig. 10
The refrigerator must be operated using
liquid gas (propane, butane) (no natural
gas or town gas). When using LPG gas,
please consider that the burner needs
cleaning at shorter intervals due to the gas
combustion method (2 - 3 times per year
recommended.
Fig. 11
Fig. 12
1. Turn the rotary selector switch (1) to
position
.
2. Turn the temperature selector (2) clockwise
and push. Keep the controller button
depressed.
3. Then, press knob (3)of battery igniter
down and keep it depressed. The ignition
process is activated automatically.
4. Once the flame ignites, the pointer of galvanometer (4)(p. 13) begins moving into the
green range. The refrigerator is operational.
Keep knob (2) depressed for approx. 15
seconds and finally release it.
In Europe, gas operation is permitted while
travelling only on the condition that the gas
system of the vehicle is equipped with a
hose rupture protection. The national regulations of the respective country must be
observed.
For physical reasons, gas ignition faults
could occur starting from an altitude above
sea level of approx. 3280 ft. / 1000 m (No
malfunction!)
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Refrigerator operation
4.4
4.3.3 Setting of cooling compartment
temperature
Door lock
CAUTION!
2
As a basic rule, shut and lock the refrigerator before you start your journey!
medium setting
1
Fig. 13
Select the desired cooling compartment temperature by turning the rotary knob (2) .
The scale starts with MIN position (small bar =
highest temperature) and climbs up to MAX
position (large bar = lowest temperature).
Note: The temperature levels do not relate to
absolute temperature values.
12V: The refrigerator operates without thermostatic control (continuous operation).
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closed
Fig. 14
open
Fig. 15
To open the door turn the travel catch (1) sidewards and pull the door (s. fig. 15).
4.5 Positioning the storage racks
The cooling unit's performance is influenced
by ambient temperatures. Please select the
medium setting for ambient temperatures between +15°C and +25°C (refer to Fig. 28, temperature level 3). The unit operates within its
optimum performance range.
Dometic refrigerators work according to the
absorption principle. For physical reasons, an
absorption system responds slowly to
changes made by the thermostat controller, by
loss of cooling energy through opening the
door or during storing food. The devices meet
the cooling performance requirements of the
Climatic Class SN acc. to EN/ISO 7371 in the
temperature range of +10°C to +32°C ambient
temperature.
For ambient temperatures exceeding +32°C
for a longer period of time, it is recommended installing Dometic additional fan.
Fig. 16
The storage racks may be pulled out by
smoothly lifting them and may be positioned
as desired.
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Refrigerator operation
4.6
Storing food and making ice
cubes
When ambient temperatures are lower than
+10°C and the refrigerator is exposed to
these temperatures for extended periods of
time, an even regulation of freezer temperature cannot be guaranteed for systemrelated reasons. This can cause the temperature in the freezer to rise and the stored
goods to melt.
4.6.1 Storing products in the cooling
compartment
Switch the refrigerator on approx. 12 hours
before filling it.
Always store pre-cooled foods in the refrigerator. Make sure that the food is well
cooled when it is bought and also when
transporting it. Use insulated cooling bags.
4.6.3 Refrigerator compartments
Open the refrigerator door only for a short
period of time when removing products.
Products must be packed - best of all in
closed containers, wrapped in aluminium
foil or similar - and stored separately from
each other, in order to prevent drying out or
odours.
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1
Allow foods that have been warmed up to
cool down before storing.
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2
Avoid storing products in the refrigerator
that could emit volatile flammable gases.
3
Do not overfill the storage grids and compartments to prevent obstructing the internal air circulation.
Maintain a clearance of approx. 5 - 10 mm
between chilled products and post-evaporator ("cooling fins").
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4
Fig. 37
1
Do not expose the refrigerator to direct
sunlight. Please bear in mind that the temperature inside a closed vehicle increases
sharply if exposed to sunlight and that this
can reduce the efficiency of the refrigerator.
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3
Ensure that air circulation of the cooling unit
is not obstructed. Keep the ventilation grilles free from obstructions.
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5
6
4.6.2 Storing products in the freezer
compartment
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Do not keep carbonated drinks in the freezer.
The freezer compartment is suitable for
making ice cubes and for short-term stora
ge of frozen food. It is not suitable as a
means of freezing foods.
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Freezer compartment :
already frozen food (deep-frozen food)
Middle compartment:
Dairy products, convenience food
Bottom compartment:
Meat, fish, food for defrosting
Vegetable compartment:
Salads, vegetables, fruit
Top door shelf:
Eggs, butter
Middle door shelf:
Cans, dressings, ketchup, jam
Bottom door shelf (drinks compartment):
Drinks in bottles or bags
Refrigerator operation
4.6.4 Making ice cubes
CAUTION!
The layer of ice must never be removed
forcibly, nor may defrosting be accelerated using a heat source!
Ice cubes are best frozen overnight. At night,
the refrigerator has less work to do and the
unit has more reserves.
4.8
Shutting off the refrigerator
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Fig. 17
1. Fill the ice cube tray
with drinking water.
Fig. 18
2. Place the ice cube
tray in the freezer
compartment.
Set the energy selector switch (1) to position "OFF". The appliance is switched off.
WARNING!
Secure the door open by means of the door
stop. The door will be slightly ajar. This is to
prevent mould from forming inside the
appliance.
If the refrigerator is to be taken out of ser
vice for an extended period of time, close
the on-board shut-off valve and the cylinder
valve.
Only use drinking water!
4.7
Fig. 20
Fig. 19
Defrosting
As time goes by, frost builds up on the fins
inside the refrigerator. A layer of frost thicker
on one side may occur and does not represent
a malfunction. When this layer of frost is about
3 mm thick, the refrigerator should be defrosted.
4.9
Exchanging the igniter's
battery
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1
Switch off the refrigerator, as described in
section 4.8 Shutting of the refrigerator.
Remove all food and the ice cube tray.
Leave the refrigerator door open to allow air
to enter and to prevent formation of mildew.
After defrosting (freezer compartment and
fins free of frost), wipe both cooling com
partments dry with a cloth.
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Fig. 28
Unlock the battery (2) by depressing and turning the button (1) approx. 90° clockwise (by
means of a suitable screw driver). After removing the cap, the battery (1.5 V
AAA/R3/Micro) can be removed and replaced.
Observe correct polarity!
Note: Water thawing in the main compartment
of the refrigerator runs into an appropriate
container at the back of the refrigerator. From
there, the water evaporates.
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Refrigerator operation
4.10 Exchange of interior lighting
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1
4
3
2
Fig. 32
Fig. 31
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5
Fig. 22
Fig. 21
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3
Fig. 34
Fig. 33
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7
Fig. 24
Fig. 23
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5
Fig. 36
Fig. 35
Please contact Dometic Service Centres for
replacement LED-lighting.
Switch off the refrigerator.
Remove the reflector disk.
Loosen LED-housing and take it off.
Connect new LED-board. Observe polarity.
Clip the LED-housing back in place.
Clip reflector disk back in.
Switch on the refrigerator.
Fig. 37
Unscrew the hinge screw at the opposite
side and keep it to hand.
Lift the door from for removing it.
Remove the travel catch nose from the
door and mount it on the opposite side.
2
Unscrew the lower hinge pin and mount it
on the opposite side hinge .
Fit the door on the hinge pin.
Screw on the upper hinge screw.
Screw on the travel catch.
Fig. 29
Fig. 38
Unscrew the travel catch (door lock)
Remove screw, travel catch and distance
ring.
4.11 Changing the doorhang
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10
9
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Fig. 25
Fig. 30
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Refrigerator operation
4.14 Troubleshooting
Before notifying the authorised Service Center,
please check whether:
the instructions in section "Operating the
refrigerator" have been observed.
the refrigerator stands level.
it is possible to operate the refrigerator with
any available power source.
Failure: The refrigerator does not cool sufficiently.
Possible cause
Action you can take
Inadequate ventilation to the unit.
Check that the ventilation grilles are not covered.
Thermostat setting is too low.
Set thermostat to a higher level.
The condenser is heavily frosted.
Check that the refrigerator door closes properly.
Too much warm food has been stored inside within
short period of time.
Allow warm food to cool down before storage.
The appliance has been running for only a short period
of time.
Check whether the cooling compartment works after
approx. 4 - 5 hours.
Ambient temperatures too high.
Regularly remove ventilation grilles.
Failure: The refrigerator does not cool in gas operation mode.
Possible cause
Action you can take
Gas cylinder empty.
Change gas cylinder.
Upstream shut-off device closed.
Open shut-off device.
Air in the gas pipe.
Switch off the appliance and start again. Repeat this
procedure 3 - 4 times, if necessary.
Failure: The refrigerator does not cool in 12V operation.
Possible cause
Action you can take
On-board fuse defective.
Fit new fuse.
On-board battery discharged.
Check battery, charge it.
Engine not running.
Start engine.
Heating element defective.
Please inform the Dometic Customer Services.
Failure: The refrigerator does not cool in 230V operation.
Possible cause
Action you can take
On-board fuse defective.
Fit new fuse.
Vehicle not connected to mains supply voltage.
Make a connection to a mains power supply.
Heating element defective.
Please inform the Dometic Customer Services.
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